Alexandria, LA (9/11/2023) – On Sunday, September 10, 2023, Patrol Deputies responded to the 400 block of Browns Bend Road in Alexandria about a report of a victim suffering a gunshot wound.
Acadian Ambulance transported the victim to a local hospital where they received treatment. However, at approximately 3:30 AM, September 11, the victim, identified as Brandy Joyce Hanks, 41, of 405 Browns Bend Road, Alexandria, LA, died of her injuries.
Sheriff’s Detectives identified the suspect as Richard Scott Dauzat, 43, of 405 Browns Bend Rd, Alexandria. Detectives first secured an arrest warrant for Dauzart for Attempted 2nd Degree Murder and searched for him throughout the night, locating the vehicle he fled the scene in.
Detectives have since upgraded the charges to 2nd Degree Murder.
Dauzart is a white male, 43 years of age, 5’10” tall, 200 pounds, with green eyes and black hair. Detectives say they continue following leads, and Dauzart should be considered armed and dangerous.
Detectives are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Dauzart. If anyone has any information on the whereabouts of RICHARD SCOTT DAUZART, they are asked to contact RPSO at 318-473-6700, Crime Stoppers at 318-443-7867 or local law enforcement
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